Articles by Mike Rhodes

Non-Profit April 19, 2024

V!VA Luncheon Honors Outstanding Volunteer Contributions to Delaware County Community

By Dan Wolfert— MUNCIE, IN– On April 16, 2024, the Interurban Room at the Horizon Convention Center was filled with gratitude and admiration as the community came together to celebrate the exemplary individuals and organizations dedicated to making a difference in Delaware County. The annual V!VA (Very Important Volunteer Award) luncheon, a cherished tradition since its inception in 1993 by the Muncie Noon Rotary Club, in partnership with the Muncie Sunrise Rotary Club, once again shone a spotlight on the selfless efforts of volunteers who embody the spirit of service. The V!VA Awards serve as a beacon of appreciation for…

Business April 19, 2024

Walls Furniture Hosts Successful Car Show for Charity

By the BSU MDIA344 Immersive Learning class— MUNCIE, IN—On April 13th, local car enthusiasts and supporters gathered at Walls Furniture, a local Muncie furniture store, for a thrilling showcase of automotive beauty and generosity. The fundraising event, organized by Walls Furniture, saw many classic and contemporary vehicles on display, all for a noble cause. From noon until 4 PM, the parking lot buzzed with excitement as visitors admired the cool, sleek designs and vibrant colors of the showcased cars. The atmosphere was filled with camaraderie and shared passion for automobiles, while also having a family atmosphere for people of all…

Non-Profit April 18, 2024

Delaware County’s First Housing Summit Starts Important Conversations

By Michelle Kinsey— MUNCIE, IN – It was a full house at the first ever Delaware County Housing Summit on Friday, April 5, at the Ivy Tech Fisher Building in downtown Muncie. More than 100 people attended the event to learn more about the county’s current housing situation and best practices for housing development. “I was excited to see so many different faces from across our community – developers, landlords, elected officials, and neighbors,” said Heather Williams, Associate Director in the Office of Community Engagement at Ball State University and Program Manager for Building Better Neighborhoods. “I count this as…

Government April 18, 2024

Josh Taulbee Hired as Director of Muncie Animal Care and Services

By Michele Owen— MUNCIE, IN—On Thursday, the City of Muncie announced the appointment of Joshua Taulbee as the new director of Muncie Animal Care and Services (MACS). Taulbee is a lifelong resident of Muncie, graduated from Ball State in 2015, and has worked for Delaware County for the last 7 years. He serves in multiple board positions, and has a strong background in budget and project management. “I’m passionate about serving my community,” commented Taulbee. His primary goals include building a comprehensive understanding of each role within MACS, developing stronger working relationships with other shelters and animal rescues within the…

Government April 18, 2024

We Must Work Together to Prevent Child Abuse and Neglect

April is child abuse prevention month By Eric M. Hoffman, Prosecuting Attorney— MUNCIE, IN—In his New York Times best seller, A Child Called It, author Dave Peltzer said that “childhood should be carefree, playing in the sun; not living a nightmare in the darkness of the soul.”Unfortunately, we know all too well that doesn’t always happen. A report issued by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services noted that in the Federal Fiscal Year 2022 in the United States, approximately 559,000 children became victims of child abuse. This is a national rate of 7.7 victims per 1,000 children in…

Education April 18, 2024

Giant Bearcat Basketball Now Displayed at Muncie Fieldhouse

By Andy Klotz— MUNCIE, IN – Mitchell Schuring has never been to the Muncie Fieldhouse. Until eight months ago, he had no idea the Muncie Central Bearcats have won more boys basketball state championships than any other school in Indiana. But that didn’t keep him from creating an impressive artistic tribute to Bearcat basketball in the form of a painted, 6-foot fiberglass basketball. The artwork, entitled “Muncie Central’s Unmatched Record of Success,” is one of 24 pieces created for “Hoosier Historia,” the art project created by the NBA All-Star game host committee that paired two dozen Hoosier artists with some…

Business April 17, 2024

WLBC-FM Wins a NAB Crystal Radio Award for Commitment to Community Service

By Megan Orbin— LAS VEGAS, NV —Muncie’s most listened-to radio station, 104.1 FM HD1 WLBC, has been selected as a winner of the 37th annual National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) Crystal Radio Award. The award recognizes radio stations nationwide for their exceptional year-round commitment to community service. “There was an established, impressive culture of service when I arrived at WLBC in the 90’s,” said Kim Morris, WLBC Midday Show Host. “Our radio family strives daily to build on that. We actively seek new, innovative ways to connect and lift our community. We are incredibly proud to serve others.” Crystal Stations…

Non-Profit April 16, 2024

Investing in the Future: Kenmore Neighborhood Plants Trees with ARP Funds

By Kourtney McCauliff— MUNCIE, IN—One of the great amenities of Kenmore Neighborhood in northwest Muncie is our beautiful canopy of trees. If you walk through our quarter of the Magic City, you’ll notice several tree lined streets and thickly wooded lawns. Trees are a defining characteristic of Kenmore. In 2021 we had the opportunity to work with Studio 165+ for a new neighborhood logo. In a brainstorming session, the designers asked us what best defines us: “what comes to mind when you think of Kenmore?” The answer from everyone was trees! Many of our trees have stood for over a…

$Muncie’s West View Elementary M.A.T.H. Bowl Students Are State Champs$

Education April 16, 2024

Muncie’s West View Elementary M.A.T.H. Bowl Students Are State Champs

By Andy Klotz— MUNCIE, IN – The many hours of practice paid off for a group of West View Elementary students who are Indiana’s 2024 M.A.T.H. Bowl state champions. Eleven West View Elementary 4th and 5th graders beat out 117 other schools from around the state to claim the title in the Red Class, which includes all schools with up to 162 students combined in 4th and 5th grades. “I couldn’t be more proud of these students who worked very hard to prepare for the competition,” West View Elementary 3rd/4th grade teacher and M.A.T.H. Bowl Coach Kira Zick said. “This…

Entertainment April 16, 2024

Muncie’s Gregory Norris Earns First Career Victory at Phoenix Bass Fishing League Event at Lake Patoka

By Joe Opager, MajorLeagueFishing.com— BIRDSEYE, IN – Boater Gregory Norris of Muncie, Indiana, caught a five-bass limit weighing 19 pounds, 5 ounces, Saturday to win the MLF Phoenix Bass Fishing League (BFL) Presented by T-H Marine on Lake Patoka. The tournament was the first event of the season for the BFL Hoosier Division. Norris earned $6,582, including the lucrative $2,500 Phoenix MLF Contingency Bonus, for his victory. A lab manager for a wastewater treatment plant, Norris wasn’t sure he’d even fish the tournament due to some mechanical issues. However, everything just seemed to line up. Norris had his boat at…

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